Never mind about the trainers, they'll come into use for someone else! Or something else, like running away from a girl with curry methane...I second everyone who recommends avoiding Indian food on an early date!

I can see what's goin on here: classic oedipal conflict. The kid didn't want to lose mummy to some strange geezer, pulls a sicky and gets her all to himself. You may need to take the kid out of the picture...

Your blog made me realize that I often read about women's pre-date activity and obsessions, but rarely men. Nice to know it happens on your side, too! But, sorry, abou tthe last minute cancel- I hate those.

Speaking as a single mum who has had to cancel dates at short notice due to Mia being ill - I wouldn't be too disheartened if I were you, she was probably too tired, worried about Chris to analyse the text she sent you!

Can't help feeling you shouldn't have wasted all that pre-date ritual, especially the press ups. Nothing wrong with taking the look out for scope around town anyway.

The only text you should worry about is one that says "Sorry can't make it... Can you apologize to all the guests and pay the priest".

I don't think Indian food is risky on an early date - your both adults and should be able to control your emissions. Not to sure about TheUnwashedMass suggestion to "take the kid out of the picture" sounds a little bit Bourne Identity and will probably upset her more than a random curry belch.

How's it goin'?....i appreciate the feedback...i changed my template...hopefully its better...i assume i'll get better at this as i go....nevertheless, i went through your blog...some good material...thanks again....

why do u want to go with a writer on a date??? both of u writers will be too boring.. prob like wht u guessed she must be havin kids...writers usually get settled very fast....and break up also very fast

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Plentymorefishoutofwater

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Hello, I'm Fishy. I'm 29, I'm from the north of England and I own a depressed and arthritic cat called Mildred. My friend Mark says I go on more first dates than anyone he knows - and fewer second. This is my dating blog (last updated in 2011). Send enquiries to jimmy-rice@hotmail.co.uk or visit jimmyrice.org.